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Meloni proposes suspensions of Green Deal and Stability Pact

The top ten Italian news of April 4 2025

The response to Trump’s tariffs

Zeta Italy News “There are some important things we can do now at the European level” said the Italian Prime minister. In the aftermath of Trump’s tariffs, Giorgia Meloni proposed to suspend the Green Deal regarding the automotive sector, which has been hit by the tariffs. She reminded that “there is a safeguard clause to the Stability Pact” to suspend it. “We might need to think about that”, she said.

Teachers and students strike

Thousands of students and teachers took to protest education policies, calling for better working conditions and increased funding for schools. The strike led to the closure of several institutions, sparking debates about government priorities in education. Protesters argue that reforms are necessary to improve the quality of learning and teaching in Italy.

Son kills father to protect his mother

Reports suggest the man was attacking his wife when the 19-year-old boy intervened, fatally stabbing him. A case of domestic violence in Trentino, the son killed his father to defend his mother. Investigations are underway by the Provincial Command coordinated by the PM of Trento to reconstruct the exact dynamics of the event and better delineate the context.

Catania bakery shut down after ants found in flour

The business has immediately been closed. A bakery in Catania, in Sicily, was shut down after health inspectors discovered ants in the flour. Other administrative violations were found, resulting in a fine. The officers seized 22 kilos of food.

Funeral of Sister Paola in Rome

Many Lazio fans were present and paid tribute with banners and sky-blue balloons. The funeral of Sister Paola, fan of Lazio football team, took place in Rome. Lazio’s president, Claudio Lotito, mourned her passing, calling her “a sister.” Nun Paola was known for her deep connection with the football club and her charitable work.

Teacher discovers body on Entella riverbank

The cause of death is undetermined and an autopsy is scheduled. Near Caperana, in the region of Liguria, the corpse of an approximately 40-year-old Asian woman was found by a teacher and her class while they were on a trip. Investigations are ongoing, with local shopkeepers unable to identify the woman.

Metal clips found in chocolate buns

The contaminated products were purchased from a local supermarket, which has since removed them from shelves. Authorities are investigating the incident. Near Venice, four children and a mother were hospitalized after consuming chocolate buns containing metal clips.

Rome’s Global Baroque exhibition opens

The display highlights how the city influenced and was influenced by international artists during the Baroque period, creating a fusion of styles. Rome’s new exhibition, Global Baroque. The World in Rome in the Century of Bernini, explores the Capital’s artistic connections with the world. The exhibition showcases masterpieces from different continents, it will be open until July.

Ferrari shows promise in Japan

The performance during the free practice raises hopes for a competitive weekend against rival teams. In the first session of the Japanese Grand Prix, Ferrari secured third and fourth places, with both drivers showing strong pace. In the second free practice session, Hamilton confirmed his fourth place while Leclerc finished seventh.

BNKR44‘s new album Tocca il Cielo

The lead single, Capolavoro, explores themes of the future and human connection. The music video was filmed in South Korea during the band’s performance in Seoul. Italian music group BNKR44 has released their fourth studio album, Tocca il Cielo, on April 4.